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July 2011

July 31, 2011

Over the next few months - the last weekends of August, September and October to be precise - Shelbyville is offering a range of 3 different bookbinding classes, including:

a) a softcover leatherbound bookb) a variety of different miniature booksorc) a coptic-bound hardcover book

These are the dates and details (below), so please get in touch via the email mentioned if you're keen to book a spot in any of the classes. There are only 8 spaces in each class (nice & friendly!) so please be quick to reserve your spot :)

And here is a little more information about each of the different classes (click to enlarge):

If you have any questions or you'd like to book a place in any of the classes, please feel free to email me at michelle@shelbyville.com.au any time. I am also happy to email you a copy of the info above if requested.

We did indeed enjoy a terrific weekend - the stalls/music/food were all top-notch, the Old Museum venue was spectacular, and the atmosphere was just incredible. Those Finders Keepers girls certainly know how to put on a brilliant event..!

Brisbane came through with some gorgeous winter weather, perfect for the outdoor eating and music.(photo by Mark Lobo)

1" button badges, displayed in some old gem-sorting trays I found!(Photos by Mark Lobo)

It's been quite a while since Shelbyville's been at a Finders Keepers, so there was something really nice in being back there again, allbeit in different circumstances, i.e. a nursing baby has never been part of the equation before, and nor has a baby capsule that makes packing the car and transporting the stock somewhat trickier!

The little man seemed to enjoy the market experience... when he wasn't sleeping soundly in the bucket in the corner, he was being cooed over and cuddled by all sorts of lovely ladies around the markets!

Sharing the love (while mummy goes shopping); Stocking up on cuddles with Phoebe

My friend Lou's intrigueing little project called Postale Society which can be described as an unlisted club for the collecting & telling of stories through correspondence for the revival of the postal custom.

Opposite me was the Bespoke Letterpress stall, utterly brimming with Alischa's gorgeous letterpressed goodies and other bits and bobs. I know I wasn't the only one who spent many a pretty penny at this stall, it was irresistible!

And finally, a huge, huge, HUGE thanks to my hubby DD and my dear friend Miss Jill for all their incredible help running the stall over the weekend while I was mostly on Mummy duties - thanks guys, I couldn't have done it without you :)Mwaa, mwaa, mwaa.

The markets will be held at:The Old MuseumCnr Bowen Bridge Road & Gregory Terrace,Herston

Public transport:Bowen Hills and Brunswick Street railway stations are less than a 10 minute walk from The Old Museum, and buses access the surrounding streets regularly. For further information on public transport, phone the Transinfo line on 13 12 30, or visit www.transinfo.qld.gov.au

Parking:There is no Parking available onsite and unfortunately the RNA showgrounds is unable to provide parking to Finders Keepers patrons this time.

ATMs:The nearest ATM is a 10 minute walk at Fortitude Valley Station on Brunswick Street.

The Finders Keepers only come to Brisbane twice a year, and if previous Finders Keepers markets are any indication, this'll be a fabulous weekend, featuring some of the best independent designer-makers in all of Australia..!

If you make it along, we'd love you to swing by the Shelbyville stall and say hello. My cute little mascot may even be available for snuggles... :)

This album shows some of the artworks I've done over the years, and covers a range of mediums including coloured pencil, charcoal, pastel, oils, watercolour, polymer clay, photography, architectural renderings, and a whole mix of others. 'Mix' is a good word...